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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Mercedes GLC comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 50,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Mercedes GLC?
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Mercedes GLC: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
2 Series Active Tourer
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,827 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLC uses 1.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC offers visibly more range – reaching up to 128 km, about 46 km more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
GLC
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLC offers noticeably more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 146 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers noticeably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 273 Nm more.
2 Series Active Tourer
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is clearly lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,985 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers markedly more boot space – 620 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries somewhat more – 575 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes GLC is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
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Mercedes GLC
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer turns the family MPV into something you’d actually want to park outside a café, pairing compact practicality with surprisingly premium cabin flair. It won’t thrill like a sports car, but it drives with the composed poise you expect from the badge and keeps daily life easy and un-fussy.
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Mercedes GLC
The Mercedes GLC blends quiet refinement with premium materials to create a comfortable, modern cabin that feels more upscale than its size might suggest. It delivers composed handling and confident on-road manners while offering practical versatility and a strong suite of driver assistance and infotainment features.
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Mercedes GLC
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
82 km
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Electric Range
122 - 128 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
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co2
41 - 214 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
MPV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
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Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Payload
475 - 575 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
186 - 472 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Torque
380 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Power kW
137 - 347 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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